Mike Young

History

Mike Young is the co-founder and partner of Splash Entertainment (originally Mike Young Productions). His first venture into animation came in 1980 when his children's books based on a crime fighting Teddy bear "SuperTed," became a hit TV series worldwide. Mike has produced hundreds of hours of animated movies and TV series including the recent films All I Want for Christmas is You, starring Mariah Carey and Lionsgate’s Norm of the North. Mike has won numerous accolades for his shows including multiple BAFTA and Emmy Awards.

Movies

Rock Dog 3: Battle the Beat
Producer
After touring the world, Bodi takes some time off and returns to his village. When he learns that the girl group, K-9, doesn't know who rock legend Angus Scattergood is, he is compelled to join the musical competition show, “Battle the Beat,” to inspire a new generation of rock stars. But after joining the show, Bodi quickly realizes he has bitten off more than he can chew when he becomes an overnight TV personality sensation.
Rock Dog 2: Rock Around the Park
Producer
When Bodi and his band 'True Blue' leave Snow Mountain, to tour with pop sensation, Lil' Foxy, they learn that fame comes at a price.
Bratz: Go to Paris the Movie
Producer
The girls with a passion for fashion hit the runways of Paris in this super-secret super-sweet spy spectacular! When someone starts mysteriously poisoning the most popular models in Paris, Cloe, Yasmin, Jade and Sasha are recruited to go undercover in the City of Lights as supermodels to find the evil mastermind! But will the girls be able to discover the secret before one of them is the next target? There is no mystery that the Bratz cannot solve when they work together!
Quest for Zhu
Executive Producer
The heartwarming tale of four lively young teens (who just happen to be hamsters) on a questto find the Palace of Zhu, where they believe all their dreams will come true.Join the feisty and lovable Pipsqueak,Mr. Squiggles, Chunk, Num Nums, and Stinker as she gets swept away to the other side of the Zhuniverse.
Bratz: Desert Jewelz
Producer
When a magic carpet is compelled by an enchanted ring stolen by thieves during a fashion show, the girls are taken on an unexpected journey to help find a genie lamp and to rescue it before it falls into evil hands. Along the way, the girls make a new friend, Alla, and help her discover the richest treasure of all – friendship! Compelled by the theft of an enchanted ring, a magic carpet gathers a group of girls for a magical journey in search of a genie lamp that must be saved before it falls into the wrong hand. Along the way, the girls meet a new friend who helps them discover that friendship is the most valuable treasure of them all.
Bratz Girlz Really Rock
Producer
The Bratz girls spend the summer at Camp Starshine, where campers are expected to compete in a talent competition to win the lead role in a movie.
Bratz Kidz: Fairy Tales
Producer
When the Bratz kids are rehearsing for a school play, a talking frog transports them into their fairy tale book, where Jade must be Snow White, Sasha must be Red Riding Hood, Cloe must be Rapunzel, and Yasmin must be Cinderella.
Little Tikes Land
Producer
Little Tikes Land includes 4 CGI-animated stories featuring the Little Tikes and their friends. Meet Lily Tikes and LT Garcia! They love playing in their backyard, and through their imaginations, they are transported into fantastic adventures where they meet fun characters in enchanted lands! Episodes included are titled "Rustee Rails Rides Again," "Cozy's Big Day," "Bubble Trouble," and "The Search for Tubbie T. Bear," where the Little Tikes characters are taken through several whimsical adventures right in their own backyard, ranging from building a locomotive to exploring an underwater paradise.
Bratz: Super Babyz
Producer
After visiting an amusement park, the Bratz babies encounter a potato-like alien species and accidentally obtain superpowers.
Bratz: Fashion Pixiez
Producer
When a new girl transfers into school and their classmate Cymbeline starts acting strange, Cloe, Jade, Sasha, and Yasmin discover the secret magical world of pixies.
Bratz: Passion 4 Fashion - Diamondz
Producer
Bratz girls Cloe, Jade, Sasha, and Yasmin drive across the country in search of contestants for reality TV producer Byron Powell's America Rocks fashion show.
Bratz: Genie Magic
Producer
Bratz girls Yasmin, Cloe, Jade, and Sasha befriend a runaway teenage genie named Katia, whose wish-granting powers are being taken advantage of by evil scientists.
Bratz: Rock Angelz
Producer
After starting up their own teen magazine, Bratz girls Yasmin, Cloe, Jade, and Sasha fly to London to cover a rock concert.
Clifford's Really Big Movie
Consulting Producer
Fearing that he costs too much to feed, Clifford decides to join a traveling carnival so he can enter a talent contest in hopes of winning a lifetime supply of Tummy Yummies treats. Joined by his friends Cleo and T-Bone, Clifford meets up with Shackleford the High-Flying Ferret and Rodrigo Chihuahua of Steel, as they work together to turn a broken-down act into a record-breaking show.
Polly Pocket
Co-Executive Producer
Join Polly and her friends as they travel to her father's island in the Pacific to do research on lunar eclipses. But the pressure is on! If they don't get a good grade for the project, Lila will be grounded and Polly's band, "Polly and the Pockets" won't be able to play at the school dance! Will they ace the project and get to play? Or will frenemies get in the way...
Imaginext: Fortress of the Dragon
Co-Executive Producer
Meet Marty, Dan and Katy--three ordinary kids who find themselves in the middle of an extraordinary adventure when they discover "The Books of Imaginext". A rare, one-of-a-kind secret comic book series that magically transports them into the world they're reading about. This time, the trio venture to a medieval kingdom to help King Bravemore battle the dastardly Lord Dragonmont and his powerful dragon.
The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus
Producer
Based on the popular book by L. Frank Baum, the beloved author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, comes the incredible story of The Life & Adventures of Santa Claus. Many centuries ago, long before toys had even been invented, a baby abandoned at the edge of an enchanted forest was adopted and raised by a beautiful wood nymph, thus beginning the life story of Santa Claus. From his first truly magical childhood through the discovery of his life's work of making children happy, discover the origin of every tradition surrounding Santa Claus, from toys, stockings and lighted trees to reindeer and sleigh. Journey back to a time of magic and wonder, and experience this heartwarming tale that will bring joy each holiday season.
The Legend of Lochnagar
Associate Producer
Prince Charles tells a group of children the story of the Old Man of Lochnager, based on the book he wrote.
P.J. Sparkles
Producer
PJ is an orphan with no last name and she has a special wish, she wants someone to love. One night while out riding her grey horse Blaze, PJ gets her wish. The "Wishing Star" shines its magic light on her and her horse and PJ is transported to the gray world of Twinkle Town. There she meets three new friends, Glimmer, Glowee, and Sparks, three lonely children who live there and have been wishing for someone to love them. The Wishing Star has turned Blaze into a beautiful white talking horse and given PJ a crown that talks! Her clothing has changed into a brilliant, sparkling dress, which gives her a last name, she is now PJ Sparkles! She's been given a magic power, the magic of LOVE!
A Winter Story
Associate Producer
A family of foxes raid a farm to get a turkey for Christmas dinner and survive the winter. However, the farmer and his domineering wife are aware of their presence and are intent on shooting them down.
Care Bears: The Care-A-Thon Games
Producer
Join the CARE BEAR CARE-A-THON Games! After a surprise win at the Bearathon, Funshine starts getting a little too competitive with his friends. Meanwhile, Wonderheart helps a friend find her courage during a loud Crackle Storm. And when Grumpy gets stuck in "Stick-'Til-You're-Stuck-Sand," everyone must lend a helping hand to get him un-stuck! On your mark, get set, and have fun in these spirited adventures with all your best bear buddies in Care-a-Lot!